Dolmades Recipe
Dolmades are traditional Greek stuffed grape leaves, typically filled with a mixture of rice, herbs, and occasionally meat, though this vegetarian version highlights a flavor-packed rice and herb filling.
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How to Make Dolmades
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Rinse the grape leaves in warm water and drain well.
- 2
Prepare the filling by mixing the cooked rice, dill, mint, parsley, onions, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt in a bowl.
- 3
Place a grape leaf on a flat surface and add about a tablespoon of the filling near the stem end.
- 4
Fold the stem end over the filling, then fold both sides towards the middle, and roll up tightly.
- 5
Line a cooking pot with a few unused grape leaves.
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Place the stuffed leaves seam side down in the pot.
- 7
Pour over the additional olive oil, lemon juice, and enough water to just cover the dolmades.
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Place an inverted plate on top of the dolmades to keep them submerged.
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Cover the pot and simmer over low heat for about 40-50 minutes until they are tender.
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Allow them to cool in the liquid, then serve chilled or at room temperature.